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As part of the Queenstown Lakes District Plan Review, RMM collaborated with Gibbston Valley Station and the Townplanning Group to establish a resort zone within the proposed Queenstown Lakes District Plan. This comprehensive effort included developing a structure plan, creating visual simulations, and providing landscape and visual evidence for Council Hearings. Additionally, RMM played a crucial role in formulating rules for inclusion in the District Plan. The resort zone proposal has been accepted and is now part of the proposed Queenstown Lakes District Plan.
The Structure Plan for the Gibbston Valley Resort Zone delineates several activity areas designated for various built forms and activities, carefully avoiding Outstanding Natural Features and Landscapes. This thoughtful planning ensures the preservation of the region's natural beauty. Furthermore, the Structure Plan identifies areas to be planted and managed as productive landscapes. These areas not only enhance the character of the wider Gibbston area but also serve the ancillary purpose of mitigating the visual impact of built forms and activities from State Highway 6.
The resort zone encompasses provisions for resort-style short-stay accommodations, a culinary school, a nine-hole golf course, and a Vintners Village. The Vintners Village is envisioned as the community hub for Gibbston, offering facilities not only for resort guests but also for residents and the wider community. This hub aims to become a vibrant gathering place where locals and visitors can come together, fostering a sense of community.
Residential areas within the resort will be clustered in enclaves surrounded by vineyards, horticultural plantings, and open countryside, creating a picturesque and serene living environment. The resort zone will also provide short- and long-term accommodations for individuals working at the resort and within the broader Gibbston community, addressing local housing needs and supporting the area's economic vitality.
RMM's recent efforts have focused on rezoning portions of Gibbston Valley Station's land, situated on a terrace above the valley floor, to the Rural Visitor Zone. This initiative has been successful, further enhancing the development's scope and potential.
The Structure Plan for the Gibbston Valley Resort Zone delineates several activity areas designated for various built forms and activities, carefully avoiding Outstanding Natural Features and Landscapes. This thoughtful planning ensures the preservation of the region's natural beauty. Furthermore, the Structure Plan identifies areas to be planted and managed as productive landscapes. These areas not only enhance the character of the wider Gibbston area but also serve the ancillary purpose of mitigating the visual impact of built forms and activities from State Highway 6.
The resort zone encompasses provisions for resort-style short-stay accommodations, a culinary school, a nine-hole golf course, and a Vintners Village. The Vintners Village is envisioned as the community hub for Gibbston, offering facilities not only for resort guests but also for residents and the wider community. This hub aims to become a vibrant gathering place where locals and visitors can come together, fostering a sense of community.
Residential areas within the resort will be clustered in enclaves surrounded by vineyards, horticultural plantings, and open countryside, creating a picturesque and serene living environment. The resort zone will also provide short- and long-term accommodations for individuals working at the resort and within the broader Gibbston community, addressing local housing needs and supporting the area's economic vitality.
RMM's recent efforts have focused on rezoning portions of Gibbston Valley Station's land, situated on a terrace above the valley floor, to the Rural Visitor Zone. This initiative has been successful, further enhancing the development's scope and potential.
The Gibbston Valley Station, and specifically the Gibbston Valley Resort Zone, is a meticulously planned development that harmoniously integrates built environments with the natural landscape. RMM's contributions, from detailed planning to successful rezoning efforts, have been instrumental in shaping this visionary project. The resort zone not only preserves the unique character of Gibbston but also provides diverse amenities and residential options, fostering a vibrant, interconnected community built upon sustainability and a deep sense of place.
